The Best Restaurants and Bars in Reno, Nevada | Eater Vegas

"LuLou’s has been a Reno favorite for more than 25 years, although you’d never know it due to a stylish, contemporary dining room that’s decorated with local artwork and comes alive with the energy of an open kitchen. The restaurant keeps a low profile with a minimal online presence — even the servers are low-tech, writing orders by hand. But LuLou’s helped kick off the Midtown dining boom, operating on word of mouth and a trusted reputation that earned chef and owner Troy Cannan a James Beard Award nomination in 2022. The menu changes frequently, based on an appetite for experimentation and the seasonality of ingredients. Don’t be surprised to see creative mashups like an escargot-style presentation with lobster in place of snails or a creamy asparagus soup with a skewer of sweetbreads on the side. There’s almost always some form of foie gras and ceviche on the menu, but a big part of LuLou’s success is drawing regulars for repeat visits to see what’s new." - Rob Kachelriess